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"We just don't get involved with things like double-blind tests and peer review. We'e just a little mom-and-pop laboratory."

'If I had to use one word to describe our strategy.'

"For the best picture not having won anything thereby being eliminated from this category..."

"I'll have a cup of coffee, and would you mind removing that ridiculous painting and turning off the Wilco?"

Jarvis Cocker

'You have no idea how hard I've gotta work just to maintain my indie cred around here!'

'I'll be honest with you. The pay isn't great.'

Movie Awards. That movie always comes alone and never stays for the after-party. It's an independent film.

Nick Cave

Listening to Coldplay.

"2 for 1 special: Clean, polish, buff, seal"

"Beans, Them Beans, Them Beans, Beans, Beans..."

'You understand, Yomp, it's not me speaking. It's the corporation!'

Pub. This is John. He also loves obscure bands until they're popular then hates them. The Druidiots. Luckies. 50 ale.

Lion to safari man: 'I'm the king of the jungle and these are my official spokesmen.'

"Of course I'm making things worse. Do you think I'd work for what you're paying me if I knew how to make things better?"

'My Dad will like you. He's the care-taker at the monkey house in the zoo.'

'I want you guys to be aware that a dog-eat-dog environment works for me.'

"Being a CEO is a bit like being a football manager. . ."

"Just remember, when he says 'indie' he means Indianapolis."

"Joel Daniels: Live from behind the CVS"

National Head Quarters - Mom & Pop Stores Incorporated

"Would you mind repeating my job description?"

'It's the perfect job if self-respect isn't a factor.'

Need to celebrate? we will pour ice water on you, only $27.50!

Morrissey

"So many indie films, so little time."

'Willowby, you have great leadership potential. That's why I'm getting rid of you now.'

"So, what did the boss think of your suggestion we spend more money on truck safety?"

Robert Smith - The Cure.

Sandwich Shop Sandiwched Between Skyscrapers

"That' was great - let's run though that again."

'It's time you had a key to the executive washroom, Henderson - Be sure to lock up when you're done cleaning.'

One cappuccino please, and I wanted to give you this. A note. How formal. Dear small local independent coffee house ... I went to Starbucks this morning. I'm sorry. Can you ever forgive me? What if I agree to purge what I ate? The written apology is sufficient.

Can you explain the large quantities of bananas and nuts that have been ordered by your department?